ADC Primary: Adegoke wins Oyo Governorship ticket
ADC Primary: Adegoke wins Oyo Governorship ticket
Chief Taofeek Adegoke has emerged as the governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the forthcoming Oyo State Governorship election after defeating other aspirants in the party’s primary election.
Adegoke, a prominent Ibadan traditional chief, secured 16,051 votes to defeat his closest rival, Adebisi Olopoeyan Ilaka, who polled 11,415 votes in the keenly contested exercise.
Announcing the results, Chairman of the Screening Committee, Honourable Rasak Salinsile, disclosed that Gbemileke Alagbe came third with 241 votes, while former Oyo State Commissioner for Health, Dr Azeez Adeduntan, scored 155 votes. Niyi Aborisade garnered 67 votes.
The emergence of Adegoke as the ADC flag bearer is expected to reshape the political landscape ahead of the governorship election in the state.
Speaking shortly after the exercise, Adegoke expressed gratitude to party members for the confidence reposed in him and called on ADC members to mobilise support and sensitise the electorate ahead of the election.
He promised that his administration would prioritise massive development across the state, particularly in the areas of urban renewal, security, healthcare, education and road infrastructure.
“Oyo State will witness massive development. Urban renewal, security, the health sector, education and roads will not be neglected,” he said.
Adegoke also appreciated the national leadership of the party, including former Senate President David Mark, former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, assuring them that their support for his candidacy would not be in vain.
“The leadership of ADC under David Mark, Mr Rauf and Alhaji Atiku Abubakar will not regret my candidacy. I must also appreciate our members for giving me their support,” he stated.
The ADC candidate further pledged to tackle insecurity and other socio-economic challenges confronting the state, expressing optimism that he would emerge victorious in the 2027 governorship election.
